The Paediatric Society of the African League Against Rheumatism is an association of healthcare professionals, allied healthcare workers, patient support groups and all relevant stakeholders involved in the care and management of Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal diseases afflicting the children of Africa.
Equal access to quality pediatric rheumatology healthcare for children in Africa with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases(RMDs) so that they may live, grow and thrive.
To improve the healthcare of children with Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases in Africa through raising awareness, advocacy, education, research, formulation and enactment of policies that promotes their growth, development, survival and overall well-being.
When you hear the word "rheumatism", you may think of the aches and pains associated with arthritis. However, rheumatic diseases are much more than this.
Many rheumatic diseases are often more aggressive among children compared to adults. Furthermore, children often are not able to explain accurately their symptoms as adults do. This contributes to delayed diagnosis that may result in chronic pain, disability and even death.
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To collaborate with members through online meetings, conferences, seminars and workshops in order to have brainstorming sessions on improvement of quality of life of children with RMDs.
To create and align with ground-breaking interventions that positively influence the health of children with RMDs through national and international agencies.
Update members of the association and others on current information about management of Paediatric RMDs.
If you are interested in joining the PAFLAR board of directors, Please send your CV and Letter of intent to info@paflar.org By 14th of March 2025. Elections guidelines are attached in pdf for you to check your eligibility Elections for Board members and officials of the organization who shall include but not limited to the […]
Dear All, 🎉 “Stronger Together for a Better Future” – This year, we lived and breathed this mantra, and the results have been nothing short of transformational. As I reflect on my tenure as President of PAFLAR, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. Together, we have accomplished milestones that once seemed like dreams: […]
Dear Readers, I am thrilled to welcome you to the second issue of our PAFLAR newsletter. The overwhelming response to our first issue has been incredibly encouraging, and I know many of you have been eagerly awaiting this edition. Pediatric rheumatology is a field rich with stories that need to be told— stories of resilience, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of better outcomes for our young patients. That is why PAFLAR is dedicated to sharing these narratives and shining a light on the vital work being done in our community.
